2005 Ford Mustang: engine stalls while driving

Filed Mar 28, 2018 · Body, Engine · 117,000 miles · IN · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford mustang. The contact noticed that there was an abnormal noise coming form the engine. The contact mentioned that the front frame was damaged and the vehicle was too unstable to drive. The vehicle was taken to universal auto llc (491 west main street, greenwood, in 46142) where it was diagnosed that the lifters, timing chain, and timing chain kit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. In addition, the vehicle was leaking oil and white smoke was forming on the front passenger side of the vehicle. The vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed back to the used dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 117,000.

Filed May 15, 2017 · Electrical, Fuel system · 24,000 miles · NE

I purchased my 2005 ford mustang v6 automatic transmission in july of 2016. At the time of purchase everything seemed to be working fine but about a month later I noticed the fuel gauge was sitting at e so I attempted to fill it thinking I had an empty tank which meant I should have been able to put 14-16 gallons in and as I was refueling I noticed it kept shutting off even though I had just started the pump eventually I got it filled and only put in about 6 gallons which I thought was odd but I went with it and got back in my car started it up and noticed that the gauge was still sitting at e at that point I knew something was wrong but I figured it could wait since I knew how far I could potentially go on a full tank but then after I left and headed for home I noticed that my speedometer said I was going 60 but everyone was blowing past me at least 10mph faster when the speed limit was 60. So I pulled over and noticed that at a stop the speedometer came to rest at 35mph I was able to fix it but it kept happening I was lucky enough that I didnt get pulled over because I had no idea how fast I was going. Then for a while that stopped happening but every now and then and at an increasing rate the engine keeps stalling like its not getting enough fuel when I stop at an intersection or stop sign even though I had just filled the fuel tank the day before and hadn't driven more than 50 miles. The mileage at the time of the incidents beginnings was ~24,000 miles the current mileage is 34,000 as of 5/15/17.

Filed Apr 19, 2016 · Airbags · NC

Takata inflators I received a letter advising my mustang was recalled due to airbags I just spoke with university ford in chapel hill nc and was advised that they were replacing recalled airbag with same airbag as a temperary fix to send the removed airbag to ford for study. They would get in touch with me when a permanent fix was available. It does not make sense to replace with a temporary fix. My other vehicle a toyota, airbag was replaced by dealer with none of this run around if there is a recall then I deserve to have a permanent fix not a temporary one. While ford is dragging their feet my son who drives this car is in danger of losing his life. I kean this is either a recall or a stall and sounds like ford is stalling at the cost of the lives of people driving their cars. Why would I replace an airbag with one of the same type when the replacement might be defective and the one they took out for study might turn out to be fine. Ford needs to step up as the other manufacturers have. Toyota did not do a temporary fix, they fixed the problem

Filed Sep 26, 2014 · Electrical · 30,000 miles · CA

This is regarding a defect, but not an accident. I had the exact same issues on my 2000 mustang, which ford declared a lemon 2 years after I purchased it new. Primary problem is fault in electrical system, which causes intermittent and increasingly inoperative problems with engine dying in the middle of the road, even at high speeds, losing all steering and control; convertible top opening and closing; windows opening and closing by themselves but not when desired; and dash gauges not working, indicating randomly and literally off the chart, or spectrum, if you will. Other intrinsic issues include gas tank gauge giving false "full" read every few seconds whenever attempting to refuel, requiring near constant repositioning of nozzle, and random interior parts falling off without even minimal use and within 3 years of owning vehicle. Vehicle currently has only 67,000 miles on it. Since this is my 2nd mustang with same problems, I have to believe it should have been a recall. Please recall this vehicle, and all fords with these issues. Dangerous and problematic, not only because you cannot close and lock your car, but because engine dying in middle of road has almost caused what could have easily been a very serious accident on more than a few occasions, in both cars. I have seen many complaints online regarding the engine stalling out, which seems to have something to do with running the air conditioner.

Filed Sep 4, 2014 · Body, Electrical · 85,000 miles · WI

After a light rain I noticed water dripping into the passenger side kick plate/glove box area. Car would not start. Had it towed to dealer. Started next day and could not replicate problem. Next day, same problem. Water noticeable in passenger compartment. Shook smart junction box and notice water leaking out. Car started and stopped when sjb shaken. Took to dealer. Replaced sjb for $750. Month later same issue, this time car shut off while driving on freeway in rain. Loss of all control, electrical and power. Could not restart. Pounded on sjb and eventually started. Got it back home. Now brakes lights, turn signal, headlights, A/C and display panel not operating. I am surprised that someone has not been killed yet. In trying to solve this issue, it appears that the internet is fully of the same stories. Sickening.

Filed Jun 16, 2014 · Electrical, Transmission · 6,500 miles · NJ

I was driving down the road at the speed limit when all of a sudden the engine light came on and the car immediately stalled. I had to pull over to the shoulder and put my hazards on so I didn't get hit from behind or cause a dangerous accident to the other motorists. I turned off the car, left the hazards on and waited a few minutes before starting it up again. It started thankfully and I was able to pull into a parking lot safely to avoid an accident. Very frightening experience. Eventually someone was able to come and help me get my car home. We believe that the incident had something to do with the defective throttle body, and throttle body sensor. Ford should have recalled this problem and pay for their faulty parts. This car is a 2005 ford mustang convertible with a v6 engine.

Filed Jun 9, 2014 · Electrical, Fuel system · 92,500 miles · IL

Returning home from work, the engine stopped operating. I pulled onto the median and managed to bring my vehicle to a stop. The check engine light as well as other icons were lit up on the information panel which indicated there was still electrical power. After a couple of attempts the vehicle started and I proceeded on my way. Traffic was heavy by this time. Within the next mile or so the vehicle stalled an additional 4-5 times particularly when stopped at intersections. I managed to restart the vehicle and proceeded directly to the auto dealership since it was on my way.

Filed Mar 12, 2014 · Brakes, Engine · 95,500 miles · NC

The car stalled while cruising at highway speeds. Needed to pull over to without power steering or brakes and restart the car. This is not an isolated incident. Http://www.ncconsumer.org/news-articles/nccc%20petitions%20agency%20for%20defect%20investigation%20into%20ford%20escape%20vehicles.html.

Filed Sep 24, 2012 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 75,000 miles · AR

My speedometer started acting erratic. It does not work at all now. The needle is stuck past 120 miles. Now my oil, water & battery gauges do not work. Asked my ford technician during my regular oil change and checkup about the problem and they stated that is was a sign my alternator was going out. I had my alternator changed, but it did not correct the problem and after that is when my other gauges quit working. Since this is a problem with almost every one made during that year, you would believe that ford would not want to tarnish their name by not issuing a recall. I have always owned a ford, but my family has recently changed to different makes and I will definitely consider changing after this. This is a safety issue because if your gauges are not working, you could stall in traffic by running out of gas, overheating, engine lock up, etc. I need my car so I can make a living for my family and I do love my car, but I am considering getting rid of it because I am afraid something will happen while I am in traffic. This does not need to wait until people start having accidents or dying. With the economy the way it is today, most people cannot afford to get their car repaired or change cars so they are left with no choice but to take chances. If it was your family in the car and something happened in traffic, would a recall come any faster? I have noticed recalls in the news happening faster when someone dies, but I wonder how many complaints were received before that happened? I suppose it would happen faster if the news were to pick up the story of how many problems existed and were left unnoticed. Thanks for looking into the problem, but please don't wait too long.

Filed Feb 16, 2011 · Electrical · 65,000 miles · VA

I have an 05 mustang, automatic, v6 it has about 65,000 miles. I like everyone else am having problems with the gauges and the car stalling for no reason. I noticed no one has been killed yet so I guess that is what ford is waiting on before doing a recall. This is crazy. Someone should make them take a look at what is happening with this vehicle and issue a recall.

Filed Dec 30, 2010 · Electrical, Transmission · 30,000 miles · SC

When stopped suddenly the car will remain idle for about 30 seconds before it will kick back into gear. When this happens, car will roll backwards in drive. If you try to press the gas to force the car to move it will stall completely. Car has been doing it since 2007. Ford dealership could not find anything wrong with it. Car currently has 44,000 miles on it. Also gas, temp and speedometer gauges have started going crazy the last three weeks.

Filed Dec 4, 2010 · Electrical, Fuel system · 68,000 miles · VA

2005 mustang v6 automatic. Stalling unexpectly this has happened several times. Repair shop unable to find out what is wrong. Also temperature gauge not working already replaced the sensor and it worked for a while now not working again. Now my transmisstion is slipping. And of course filling the car with gas is also a problem. Seems to be that all these problems are very commong and I think ford should be taking care of fixing them.